What are the side effects of anorexia?

Physical side effects:

>- Extreme weight loss

-Muscle weakness

-Fatigue

-Slow heart rate

-Low blood pressure

-Abdominal pain

-Constipation

-Skin disorders

-Hair loss

-Amenorrhea (loss of menstrual periods) in women

-Infertility

-Increased risk of fractures

-Organ damage such as kidneys, liver, heart, brain

Psychological side effects:

-Poor concentration

-Memory problems

-Depression

-Anxiety

-Impulsivity

-Mood swings

-Body image disorder

-Social isolation

-Suicidal thoughts or behaviors

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